glister
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɡlɪstə/
KK: /ˈɡlɪstər/
intransitive verb
Definition
To shine with a sparkling light or to reflect light in a bright way.
Example
The dew on the grass glistered in the morning sun.
Tense Forms
Past: glistered
Past Participle: glistered
Conversation
Did you see how the lake glistered in the sunlight this morning?
Yes, it looked absolutely beautiful!
I love it when nature does that; it’s so calming to watch.
Totally! It really makes you appreciate the little things.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shine
sparkle
glow
Antonyms
dull
fade
dim
noun
Definition
A shining or sparkling quality, often used to describe something that glitters or shines brightly.
Example
The glister of the stars made the night sky look magical.
Conversation
Did you see how the stars glister in the sky tonight?
Yeah, they're so beautiful and bright!
It feels like they have a special kind of glister that makes the night magical.
Root Explanation
Glister originates from Old English 'glistern', meaning to shine or glitter. The word captures the essence of something that sparkles or shines brightly.
Memory Tip
Imagine something that 'shines' or 'glitters' — that's what glister means.
Visually Confused Words
glaister
lister
litster
listera
leister
klister
grister
glyster